Joshua Tree National Park, September 10, 2012 - The Desert Institute presents its outdoor adult weekend field classes for October 2012. Come to Joshua Tree National Park and learn about this exciting desert wonderland with expert instructors. Classes are open to all skill levels. Contact our office for catalog, information and registration: 760-367-5535 or www.joshuatree.org

October 5 & 6, 2012 GPS Navigation Techniques

Yucca Valley, CA – Learn how to use your Global Positioning System (GPS) device with Dave Pylman in the Joshua Tree National Park. During this two-day course, students will learn GPS basics, including how to navigate through the myriad of menus, options, and features found in their devices. Participants need to provide their own GPS units – preferably GARMIN units.